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Compound $A\left(\mathrm{C}_3 \mathrm{H}_6 \mathrm{O}\right)$ undergoes following reactions to form $B$ and $C$. Identify $A, B$ and $C$.

ChemistryAldehydes and KetonesTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2012
Options:
  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
Solution:
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The correct answer is:
The compound reacts with $\mathrm{I}_2 / \mathrm{NaOH}$, so it must be a methyl ketone and it should give iodoform $\left(\mathrm{CHI}_3\right)$ in this reaction.

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